I am a devoted fan of lamb, and so the annual Lamb Jam is naturally one of my favorite food events. This year’s event, held May 15 at DC’s Union Market was a chance for me- and 400 other lamb devotees- to go wild. Lamb Jam pits local chefs in a competition to cook up the best dish- […]
Osteria Morini: Again (and again)
May 11, 2016 · by · 4 Comments
I don’t actually tabulate the number of times I visit a restaurant, but if I did Osteria Morini is in the running for the number one spot. It has been quite some time since my initial post, so I’m putting my fingers on the keyboard once again to sum up why this Navy Yards Italian […]
Pineapple and Pearls: Fusing Fine Food and Fun
April 29, 2016 · by · 1 Comment
About halfway through our meal at Pineapple and Pearls I offer these words of wisdom to chef/owner Aaron Silverman to express how I feel about his new restaurant: “HOLY CRAP.” It’s hard to be articulate when your mind is in the midst of being blown. We are seated at the counter, only a few feet […]
Espita Mezcaleria: Holy Mole
April 15, 2016 · by · 1 Comment
DC restaurant-goers are scurrying around the city right now, trying to keep up with openings and pop-ups. It’s not an easy feat. It requires patience, fortitude, and often a tolerance for the highest level on the decibel meter. A visit to Espita Mezcaleria in Shaw is a test on all three counts. But the payoff […]
Clarity: I Can See Clearly Now
April 5, 2016 · by · 5 Comments
To many Montgomery County dwellers, traveling to Northern Virginia to dine is akin to visiting a different country. While a passport isn’t necessary, it does require pre-planning and a willingness to travel over the American Legion Bridge just for fun. It’s not something to be taken lightly. Since traveling for food is one of my favorite […]
SER: Simple, Easy, Really Good Brunch
March 31, 2016 · by · 1 Comment
I wish I brunched more often. But my dining out is more dinner-focused, with brunch just an occasional indulgence. For me, weekend mornings are perfect for lying around in PJ’s. What if you could stay in your PJ’s, sip mimosas, and partake in dreamy Spanish cuisine? Sounds good, right? Check out the just-launched Pajama Brunch at […]
Kapnos Kouzina: Abuzz in Bethesda- CLOSED
March 21, 2016 · by · 2 Comments
I glance up at my computer screen and see the tweet I’ve eagerly anticipated for months. Kapnos Kouzina is officially taking reservations. Bethesda’s newest restaurant is from the prolific Mike Isabella and his partner George Pagonis, both former “Top Chef” contestants. I race to snag a table for opening night. My “Top Chef” fanaticism is well-documented on this blog, […]
